Swedish Massage

Swedish massage is the most common and best-known type of massage in the West. If it’s your first time at xpressions for a massage or you don’t get massage very often, Swedish massage is the perfect massage for you.

If you want deeper work and can tolerate more pressure, even momentary discomfort, to get relief from muscle pain, it’s better to book a deep tissue massage, which is another form of Swedish massage.

At xpressions Swedish massage and other types of therapeutic massage are performed by trained, licensed massage therapists. Who lubricates the skin with massage oil and usually takes 50 to 60 minutes to massage the whole body.

A Swedish massage can be slow and gentle, or vigorous and bracing, depending on the therapist’s personal style and what she wants to achieve.

What Happens During a Swedish massage?

In all Swedish massage, the therapist lubricates the skin with massage oil and performs various massage strokes. These movements warm up the muscle tissue, releasing tension and gradually breaking up muscle “knots” or adhered tissues, called adhesions. Swedish massage promotes relaxation, among other health benefits.

Before the massage, the therapist will ask you about any injuries or other conditions that she should know about. Things you should tell a therapist include areas of tightness or pain, allergies, and conditions like pregnancy. You can also tell them up front if you have a preference for light or firm pressure. It’s best not to get a massage if you are ill.

After the consultation, the therapist instructs you how to lie on the bed — face up or face down, and underneath the sheet or towel — and then leaves the room.she will knock or ask if you are ready before entering.

Benefits of Swedish massage

Relieving built up tension that can often result in headaches, migraines, neck and back pain..

Detoxifying the body by stimulating lymphatic drainage

Boosting overall immunity

Improving circulation, which in turn increases energy levels.

Promoting clarity and increased concentration.

Soothes symptoms of asthma by calming the respiratory system.

Relieves Mandibular Joint Tension.

Increases muscle tone.

Relieves symptoms of sinusitis.

Boosts cerebral spinal fluid circulation.

Relieves sleeplessness, restlessness and insomnia.

Swedish massage may also improve overall mental health by:

Relieving symptoms of anxiety and depression

Providing relief from stress and promotes relaxation

Improving concentration levels

Renewing energy levels

Increasing feelings of peace, calm and well being.

Boosting memory capabilities

What Is Deep Tissue Massage?

Deep Tissue Massage Targets Chronic Muscle Tension

Deep tissue massage is a type of massage aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue. Deep tissue massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be more intense. It is also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots (also known as “adhesions.”)

Will A Deep Tissue Massage Hurt?

It shouldn’t hurt, but it’s likely to be a bit more uncomfortable than a classic Swedish massage. You should always feel free to speak up if the pressure is too much for you.

It’s important to drink a lot of water after a deep tissue massage to help flush lactic acid out of the tissues. If you don’t, you might be sore the next day.

It’s possible that you might feel some soreness the day after a deep tissue massage even if you DO drink water. This just means a lot of waste products were flushed out of the tissues. It should pass within a day or so.

How Fast Will I Get Results With A Deep Tissue Massage?

It’s important to be realistic about what one deep tissue massage can achieve. Many people ask for more pressure, thinking that if the therapist just pushes hard enough, they can get rid of all their knots in an hour. This just won’t happen.

In fact, undoing chronic knots and tension built up over a lifetime is best achieved with an integrated program that includes exercise, work on your posture and ways of moving, relaxation techniques and a regular program of massage.

A Massage Should Never Hurt

No matter what kind of massage you get, the massage should feel good! A massage should never hurt. Even a deep tissue massage should feel good and be deeply relaxing.

If a massage feels painful, it’s more pressure than you can take. Listen to your body. Feel free to state your preference for pressure before and during the massage. The massage therapist won’t know if it’s “too much” unless you tell them.

Benefits of deep tissue massage

Relieving built up tension that can often result in headaches, migraines, neck and back pain..